Police on alert for holiday break-ins
Landlords suggest leaving a light on, taking inventory
Jacob McCormick
Issue date: 12/13/07 Section: Campus News
In 20 years of experience as a landlord, Ed Garlick of EDJ Rentals said his tenants have never had a problem with burglaries over long breaks. He also said leaving a light on would be a good way to deter any potential thieves.
"We take care of all snow removal so we're around a lot," Garlick said. "Obviously we try to pay attention to anything going on at the houses."
Although leaving a Christmas tree on would seem like a good idea to keep people away, Garlick said students should make sure it is unplugged and stored in a safe place in order to prevent a potential fire.
Kaveney said one of the most important steps people can take is to spend the time to write down serial numbers and information on valuables in the residence in case they are burglarized.
"Writing down numbers not only helps with recovery, but it also helps insurance issues," he said. "A lot of items taken are easily moveable items like electronics or computers and a lot of these end up in pawn shops or other locations where they're transferred."
He added that these types of valuables become traceable and provide a key element in locating people and reporting the crime.
Winters also recommends students know their computer and electronics information before they leave for winter break.
"I have it all written down," she said. "Insurance can replace it, but it's a lot easier if you have all the information."
"We take care of all snow removal so we're around a lot," Garlick said. "Obviously we try to pay attention to anything going on at the houses."
Although leaving a Christmas tree on would seem like a good idea to keep people away, Garlick said students should make sure it is unplugged and stored in a safe place in order to prevent a potential fire.
Kaveney said one of the most important steps people can take is to spend the time to write down serial numbers and information on valuables in the residence in case they are burglarized.
"Writing down numbers not only helps with recovery, but it also helps insurance issues," he said. "A lot of items taken are easily moveable items like electronics or computers and a lot of these end up in pawn shops or other locations where they're transferred."
He added that these types of valuables become traceable and provide a key element in locating people and reporting the crime.
Winters also recommends students know their computer and electronics information before they leave for winter break.
"I have it all written down," she said. "Insurance can replace it, but it's a lot easier if you have all the information."
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